Description:

The Northwestern Ontario Backroad Mapbook,
2nd Edition is the most comprehensive outdoor recreation resource available
for the region, a sprawling area that encompasses the Canadian Shield,
prairies, and miles upon miles of boreal forest. As you travel west from
Nipigon, the landscape passes through canyon country. This is an area marked by
sheer cliffs and rugged topography. Further west, the land transforms into the
picturesque territory of the Canadian Shield that is characterized by granite
rocks, boreal forest, and thousands of lakes. Near the Manitoba border, the
rocky landscape gives way to the flatter prairie lands that typify the eastern
plains.

The immense area of mostly remote wilderness is an asset to this
region like no other. For people looking to get away from it all, it is not all
that hard to find a place to call your own. There is an established network of
trails, canoe routes, portages, and winter routes that compliment the numerous
parks and Crown Land campsites that scatter the entire region. Like no other
place in Canada, the outdoor enthusiast can find both remote and more
convenient settings among beautiful scenery, pristine wilderness, and peaceful
surroundings. People interested in motorized transportation (ATVing,
snowmobiling) will find this region to be ideal. Established and maintained
trails link all the larger urban centres to smaller communities, while
lesser-used trails lead to isolated spots hundreds of kilometres away from
civilization.

The reference section found in this book includes
information on paddling routes, lake and stream fishing, camping (parks and
conservation areas), multi-use trails (hiking/biking, and off road trails) and
winter recreation. Countless hours have been spent in researching this book,
making it the most complete compilation of outdoor recreation information you
will find on the region anywhere. This information can be enjoyed by anyone who
spends time in the great outdoors.

The maps in this book highlight the
intricate backroad network, trail systems and recreation opportunities in
Northwestern Ontario. No other source provides as much detail and accuracy on
the road and trail networks of this vast and wonderful section of Ontario.